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The American Association of University Women (AAUW)

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) empowers women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. Our nonpartisan, nonprofit organization has more than 150,000 members and supporters across the United States, as well as 1,000 local branches and 700 college and university partners. Since AAUW’s founding in 1881, our members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day — educational, social, economic, and political.

AAUW’s Value Promise – By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance.

AAUW Gaylord Area Branch

The Gaylord Area Branch was founded in 1973. We strive to support women continuing their education and recognize the amazing accomplishments of women in our community. We have awarded over $30,000 in education awards over the past ten years to women graduating from high school and going on to college or women going back to college to further their education.

Annual events we organize every year include:

Used Book Drive – Every fall we gather used books donated by the community, stack, sort and recycle them back into the community. All proceeds go to education awards for women continuing their education.

Women Making History Luncheon – We annually host a luncheon to honor a woman in the community for her accomplishments. A silent auction at the event raises money for education awards.

Interest Groups – Our branch has very active interest groups including a book group and a gourmet group. Members are encouraged to create interest groups to share their interests with other like-minded members!